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State Fair Dynasty: Winnsboro’s David ‘Tex’ Willis weaves East Texas heritage into blue ribbon

What began as a way to pass the time during the 2020 pandemic has turned into an award-winning craft for Winnsboro artisan David “Tex” Willis. Born in McKinney and now living in Wood County, … more
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Mineola Fire Department

Aug. 27 1:17 p.m., medical call, illness, convulsions/seizures, 1711 N. Newsom St.; 3:42 p.m., medical call, illness, altered mental status, 2051 US-80 E.; 5:35 p.m., hazardous situation, motor … more

Wood County Sheriff's Report

Aug. 26 Sgt Williams and Deputy Whisenhunt responded to a disturbance in Hawkins. The caller advised she got into an argument with her boyfriend and he scratched her with keys. The caller did not … more

Quitman lowers tax rate while zoning questions remain

The Quitman City Council adopted a lower tax rate, approved an increase in water rates and heard concerns over proposed zoning changes during last Tuesday’s meeting. A crowd of approximately 75 to … more
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Mineola ISD approves budget, lower tax rate

Mineola ISD employees will receive an additional $1,000 payment in September, with another $1,000 planned for December if district finances remain on track. The payments are included in the … more
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Alba-Golden meet the teacher

Rodeo action returns to Winnsboro arena

Cowboys and cowgirls took to the dirt Friday night for the first of two nights of United Professional Rodeo Association competition at the Winnsboro Rodeo Arena. Despite the Aug. 21 heat, spectators … more
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Driver opens free food pantry on Newsom Street

Kathy Driver has spent years feeding people. Now she has another way to do it. Driver recently opened a small free food pantry near the corner of Newsom and Good streets, just a few feet from the … more
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EAA Chapter 1475 hosts experimental aircraft safety meeting at Wisener Field

Pilot decision-making, aircraft maintenance and mechanical issues were the focus of a safety presentation hosted by Experimental Aircraft Association Chapter 1475 at Wisener Field on Saturday, Aug. … more
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Iron Horse Rhythm Run set for Sept. 19 at Mineola Nature Preserve

MINEOLA — The Iron Horse Rhythm Run will return to Mineola Nature Preserve on Saturday, Sept. 19, with a 5K run/walk and 1K Kid’s Run benefiting the rhythm teams from Dance Dimensions. On-site … more

Airport development highlights Wood County EDC meeting

By CARLEY TUCKER news@wood.cm New development is coming to Wood County Airport following the recent expansion of its runway. The Wood County Economic Development Commission received an update on the … more
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Health fair adds ‘Walk with a Doc’

A new “Walk with a Doc” will kick off the annual Wood County Health Fair in Quitman, where residents can walk alongside area physicians Sept. 12. The one-mile walk will begin in front of the … more
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Mineola council sets fall priorities

Street conditions, the Front Street Parking Lot project and a full slate of September events were among the topics discussed by the Mineola City Council during its Monday, Aug. 24, meeting. The … more
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Gardeners learn how to turn one houseplant into many

For houseplant lovers, a new plant may be as close as the one already growing on the windowsill. Wood County Master Gardener Lynette Walker showed local gardeners how to turn existing houseplants … more
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Alba-Golden earns B rating

Alba-Golden ISD earned an overall B accountability rating, a seven-point increase from the previous year, according to an update presented to the Board of Trustees Monday, Aug. 24. Alba-Golden was … more
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More than a teacher: Glen Dossett’s lasting legacy in Mineola

By Chelsi Jennings Wood County Monitor For generations of Mineola students, Glen Dossett was more than an agriculture teacher. He was a mentor, a leader and a teacher who became an influential part … more
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Wood County Sheriff's Report

Aug. 19 Deputies performed a warrant service on County Road 2445. Jonathan Mitchell was arrested on multiple active warrants. He was also arrested on an evading arrest warrant from the previous week. … more

Mineola Police Report

Aug. 22 12:36 a.m., reckless driver, Hwy. 69 at city limits; Wood County Sheriff’s Office reported a vehicle unable to maintain a single lane while traveling from Alba toward Mineola. Officers were … more

Mineola Fire Department Report

Aug. 20 4:02 p.m., fire, outside fire, wildfire/wildland, 200 County Road 2168, Quitman. Aug. 21 8:36 a.m., hazardous situation, electrical hazard/short circuit, 302 McDaniel St.; 1:16 p.m., no … more

Southside Church of Christ

Southside Church of Christ in Mineola recently received a proclamation from the City of Mineola recognizing the church for 80 years of service. Bro. Malcolm and Sis. Claristine Duncan were honored … more
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